Single Vineyard Certified (100% Syrah) 0,8 ha
W.O. Stellenbosch
Seelug Farm (Firgrove/Lower Helderberg) – C & E. Fick Planted: 1999 (Clone SH1A on 101/14) ‘Treinspoor’ method Decomposed Granite. High in silica. Sandy top, duplex koffieklip layer at one meter down.
Christian Eedes, Winemag:
“Grapes from a 0.7ha vineyard planted in 1999. 85% whole-cluster fermentation before maturation lasting 12 months, 80% in concrete and 20% in old oak. Evocative aromatics – an initial touch of reduction, not unwelcome, giving way to dark berries, lilies, herbs and a twist of black pepper. The palate offers generous fruit, neatly balanced by fresh acidity, the tannins fine-grained and mouth-coating. There’s a particularly appealing suppleness to the wine in this vintage – harmonious and assured. Alc: 13%. 95/100.”
